Embodied Presence

LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

in

Social Justice and Activism

September 16 - December 16, 2021

Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 (MST)

DESCRIPTION

How do we become leaders in social justice and activism? What are the attitudes and practices necessary to step into our roles as leaders for our community? This leadership training program will introduce lessons in self-awareness and shifts in practitudes that would prepare us for the work in making our communities more equitable and just.

FEE

$150 for 13 sessions

MODERATOR:

• Samantha Joo

FACILITATORS:

• Lauren Johnson

• Murph Murphy

REQUIRED WORK:

• Please read the material before the meeting and share your thoughts, drawings, photos, or videos based on the weekly activities

FORMAT (VIA ZOOM):

• 20 mins - Topic discussion between moderator and facilitator

• 20 mins - Small group discussion

• 20 mins - Large group discussion

• Activity and Sharing (to be done at your pace in your home)

SCHEDULE OF TOPICS:

I. Introduction to Leadership

II. Self Shift

• Owning Our Identities - Self-Esteem Redefined

• Coming into Our Passions - Purpose Redefined

• Challenging Our Faith - Hope Redefined

• Evaluating Our Narratives - Values Redefined

• Leaning into Our Interests - Strengths Redefined

• Reformulating Our Expectations - Vision Redefined

III. Attitude/Practice Shift

• Confronting Our Fears- Courage Redefined

• Growing Our Patience and Resilience - Perseverance Redefined

• Preserving Our Self - Self-Care Redefined

• Seeking Our Influence - Power Redefined

IV. Perception Shift

• Listening to Our Present - Presence Redefined

V. Conclusion